View Full Version : Shocks and spring?


robiwon
08-19-2007, 11:28 AM
Got a question for the monster truck experts out there. I have a custom Savage that can be seen in this thread. http://www.hobbytalk.com/bbs1/showthread.php?t=192375
It has four 1/8 scale shocks. I think either the springs are too soft or the oil is too light. The truck sags when just sitting still. If you compress the suspension the truck almost stays down. It has two hole pistons. I don't know what brand the shocks are. I do know they have fresh 40wt oil in them. I bought the truck as is. Stiffer springs maybe? I use to have two TMaxx's so I know a little about MT's.

SATAYO_MT
08-28-2007, 06:28 AM
You may have a combination of both too lightweight of oil and springs. I think your setup would be fine if you were running two shocks per per wheel. The easiest way to find is to try stronger springs first, less mess. but I really think you're going to end up going with about 50-60wt oil all around.

Just my 2-cents. :wave:

-SATAYO

robiwon
08-28-2007, 09:51 PM
Thanks for the only 2 cents I have! ;)